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Editor's Note 
 
Hello F&B processors! I hope you had a relaxing holiday. In today's newsletter, learn about the impact of a 2019 CFIA requirement that intended to reduce salmonella-related infections from consuming frozen breaded chicken products. Happy reading!
- Nithya Caleb, Editor, Food in Canada
 
TOP HEADLINES 
 
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Company that processed plant-based milk linked to listeria permanently closes plants

Joriki Beverages, the company that processed plant-based milk linked to a deadly listeria outbreak, has permanently closed all four of its plants. It has also filed for creditor protection.


Olymel unveils new brand image

Olymel reveals a new look, created in collaboration with creative agency LG2.


CFIA requirement reduced salmonella in chicken products: Study

A recent study funded by Public Health Agency of Canada found a Canadian Food Inspection Agency requirement for frozen breaded chicken products reduced human salmonellosis incidence rate by 23 per cent.


Premium Brands acquires three specialty food companies

Premium Brands completes acquiring NSP Quality Meats, Casa Di Bertacchi, and Italia Salami.


Recipe to retail: Why marketing alone won’t save your food brand

Food businesses are plagued with challenges daily. The big ones often revolve around sales. It’s natural for food brands to throw marketing funds at the situation. But, without understanding the root cause, they risk flushing money and resources down the drain.


 
INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS 
 
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Grocery code of conduct board hires former Fertilizer Canada CEO as adjudicator

The board heading up Canada's grocery code of conduct has hired an adjudicator to oversee the code's implementation. Karen Proud, ex-president and CEO of Fertilizer Canada, will officially begin the role on March 17, with the code intended to be operational by June. » Read full article
 
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B.C. wineries again allowed to sell direct-to-consumer in Alberta

British Columbia wineries can again sell their products directly to Alberta consumers this week, months after an interprovincial deal was announced between the two provinces last summer. The process allows Albertans to order wine from more than 300 B.C. wineries in exchange for the Alberta government getting its share of applicable taxes. » Read full article
 
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Innovation Insights: Exploring Atlantic Canada’s F&B ecosystem

Atlantic Canada has long been known for its seafood and shellfish sector, its food processing and agricultural operations, and for its diverse culinary contributions. More recently the region is being recognized as a foodtech hub, as research centres and foodtech startups appear with solutions to help the provinces’ food industries remain robust and sustainable. » Read full article
 
 
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